(WASHINGTON, D.C.) – Last night, the American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM) presented the annual Dr. Daniel S. Blumenthal Award to four organizations in recognition of efforts to promote health equity. Representatives from the National Medical Association (NMA), National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA), National Council of Asian Pacific Islander Physicians (NCAPIP) and American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) accepted the recognition for their organizations’ exemplary work. They subsequently participated in a panel discussion on equity in medical practice and leadership roles in medicine.
The Health Equity Seminar and Award not only honors the legacy of Daniel S. Blumenthal, MD, MPH, FACPM – a pioneer in the field of health equity and past ACPM President – but also serves as a catalyst for further discussion in addressing biases in medicine, structural inequities and non-medical drivers of health. ACPM encourages collaboration among providers, policymakers and institutions to address the nation's health challenges effectively, as a diverse health professional workforce is integral to a highly functioning health system and a healthy nation.
“I am proud to recognize these deserving organizations that have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to diversity in medicine,” stated Dr. Mirza Rahman, President of ACPM. “Patients and health systems both benefit when the physician population is representative of the diverse patient population that we see in America.”
ACPM congratulates the NMA, NHMA, NCAPIP and AAPI on this well-deserved recognition. Their dedication to promoting equity in the practice of medicine contributes significantly to the overall health and well-being of our nation. The Blumenthal Award serves as a celebration of the progress made to rectify inequities in our nation’s health system and a reminder of the work that still needs to be done to address ongoing, persistent barriers to achieving full access to medical care, preventive services, lifestyle interventions, health education and well-being for all.
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The Health Equity Seminar and Award not only honors the legacy of Daniel S. Blumenthal, MD, MPH, FACPM – a pioneer in the field of health equity and past ACPM President – but also serves as a catalyst for further discussion in addressing biases in medicine, structural inequities and non-medical drivers of health. ACPM encourages collaboration among providers, policymakers and institutions to address the nation's health challenges effectively, as a diverse health professional workforce is integral to a highly functioning health system and a healthy nation.
“I am proud to recognize these deserving organizations that have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to diversity in medicine,” stated Dr. Mirza Rahman, President of ACPM. “Patients and health systems both benefit when the physician population is representative of the diverse patient population that we see in America.”
ACPM congratulates the NMA, NHMA, NCAPIP and AAPI on this well-deserved recognition. Their dedication to promoting equity in the practice of medicine contributes significantly to the overall health and well-being of our nation. The Blumenthal Award serves as a celebration of the progress made to rectify inequities in our nation’s health system and a reminder of the work that still needs to be done to address ongoing, persistent barriers to achieving full access to medical care, preventive services, lifestyle interventions, health education and well-being for all.
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